About Deleware SkillsUSA
Champions At Work
Vision
SkillsUSA’s vision is to produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success.
Mission
SkillsUSA empowers students to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. Through career and technical education, SkillsUSA develops personal, workplace, and technical skills grounded in academics.
Motto
The success of SkillsUSA’s mission depends on the commitment of our staff and stakeholders to the five core values: Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Community and Service.
student members
professional members (teachers)
Schools
Classrooms across middle schools, high schools and postsecondary institutions
Delaware SkillsUSA provides the opportunity to:
Build personal, workplace, and technical skills through hands-on learning and real-world experiences.
Strengthen leadership, communication, teamwork, and professionalism through chapter activities and leadership opportunities
Engage with business and industry professionals while exploring careers and gaining valuable workplace experience.
Connect with peers and build relationships with SkillsUSA members at the chapter, state, and national levels.
Showcase your skills through career competitions and pursue awards, scholarships, and other recognition opportunities.
Explore career pathways, strengthen employability skills, and gain experiences that prepare you for success in the workforce.
State Officer Leadership Team
Delaware SkillsUSA’s State Officer Team represents student members across the state and helps guide the organization’s statewide activities and initiatives. State officers engage with local chapters, promote participation in SkillsUSA competitions and events, and serve as ambassadors for career and technical education. Through their work, they help members build personal, workplace, and technical skills while advancing SkillsUSA’s mission to prepare students for career success.
State Advisors
Andrea Keen
State Director
[email protected]
Sarah Sacksteder
Associate Director of State Officers
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Upcoming Events
October 27-29, 2026
2026 Delaware Fall CTSO Leadership Conference
Delaware’s annual CTSO leadership conference bringing together student leaders from across the state to strengthen leadership skills, collaborate across organizations, and return to their chapters ready to lead.
December 31, 2026 | Online
Delaware Deadline to Submit Members + Advisors for National Registration
It is mandatory that all members and advisors participating in the Delaware SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference submit their national membership registration by this date.
January 4 – 29, 2027 | Online
2027-2028 State Officer Application
Interested student members are invited to apply to serve as a Delaware SkillsUSA state officer for the 2027-2028 year.
Awards and Recognition
2026
SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference
Building Maintenance
Lucas Jarrell, Delcastle Technical High School
2026
SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference
Screen Printing Technology
Devin Jones, Delcastle Technical High School
2026
SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference
Crime Scene Investigation
Dakota Dunston, Antonia McCoy, and Mia Tritapoe, Sussex Technical High School
Community Awards
Behind every successful SkillsUSA chapter is a community of dedicated educators, volunteers, and partners who help students build the skills to succeed. Delaware SkillsUSA celebrates these individuals for their outstanding contributions and commitment to developing the next generation of skilled professionals and leaders.